Fazıl Say - Space Jump for piano trio
Robert Schumann - Piano Trio No. 2 in F Major
Keith Moss (NZ) - New work written for NZTrio
Reena Esmail - Piano Trio
Duration approx. 105mins including 20min interval
NZTrio He Taonga Wairere returns to Tairawhiti in 2026 with the dynamic energy of Fazıl Say’s Space Jump, vividly portraying a thrilling ascent and descent with vibrant rhythms and textures. Schumann’s Piano Trio No. 2 follows, showcasing lyrical warmth and expressive melodies with underlying jovial optimism. The programme features a new work for NZTrio by Keith Moss, melding inventive textures with contemporary flair, before revelling in Reena Esmail’s Piano Trio, a compelling fusion of Indian raags and Western classical traditions, creating a rich and evocative soundscape that bridges diverse musical cultures.
NZTrio He Taonga Wairere: Amalia Hall – violin; Matthias Balzat – cello; Somi Kim – piano